XBee recovery tool
The XBee recovery tool is an embedded tool that you can use to force a firmware update on radio modules with damaged firmware. You can also use this tool to recover a radio module from programming mode.
To open the XBee recovery tool, select XBee recovery from the Tools drop-down menu on the main XCTU toolbar.
Recover a radio module dialog
Use the Recover a radio module dialog to force a firmware update on radio modules or recover radio modules. For instructions, see Recover a radio module.
The following table provides descriptions of the fields in the Recover a radio module dialog.
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| COM port | Serial port where the module to be recovered is connected |
| Product family |
Product family of the module to be recovered. If you do not know the product family, check the label on the back of the device.
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| Function set | Determines the available functionality such as mode of operation; end device, router, or coordinator designation; special sensor and adapter settings; etc. Available options depend on the module selected. |
| Firmware version | Firmware version to flash to the module to be recovered. The most recent firmware version appears at the top of the list. |
| View release notes | Enabled if the selected firmware has release notes available. Click to open a new dialog containing release notes for the selected firmware. |
Programmable XBee radio modules and the XLR PRO cannot be recovered using the XCTU recovery tool.
Note The recovery process may require you to reset the radio module. Reset the module and wait for the dialog to close; the recovery process will continue after the module is reset.
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